SB 752 Allows certain assistant physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, and physician assistants to prescribe all Schedule II medications
Sponsor: Munzlinger
LR Number: 4744S.01I Fiscal Notes
Committee: Financial and Governmental Organizations and Elections
Last Action: 1/11/2016 - Second Read and Referred S Financial and Governmental Organizations and Elections Committee Journal Page: S99
Title: Calendar Position:
Effective Date: August 28, 2016

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SB 752 - Under current law, certain assistant physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, and physicians assistants can prescribe Schedule II medications which contain hydrocodone. Schedule II - hydrocodone prescriptions are limited to a five-day supply without refill. This act provides that these medical professionals can prescribe all Schedule II prescriptions, which shall be limited to a five-day supply without refill.

This act is identical to HB 1775 (2016).

JESSI BAKER